How To Make Bajra Idli For A Gluten-Free South Indian Meal

By Garima Johar

November 30, 2025

Idlis are the go-to South Indian staples that are loved across the globe. While they’re traditionally made with rice and dal, you can make the recipe gluten-free by using bajre ka atta. Follow these 5 steps.

Ingredients

½ cup urad dal ¼ teaspoon fenugreek seeds 1 cup bajra flour Salt to taste Water for soaking and grinding

Step 1

Rinse and soak urad dal and fenugreek seeds. Grind them to make a smooth batter.

Step 2

In a separate grinder, blend the bajra flour with a little water to make a thick paste.

Step 3

Mix the urad dal batter and the bajra paste with water. Let it ferment overnight.

Step 4

Grease the idli moulds, pour the batter, and steam for about 15 minutes.

Step 5

Take the bajra idlis out and serve with coconut chutney and sambar.